Jack Posted September 24, 2014 Share Posted September 24, 2014 The time has finally arrived! I have a budget of 4k now and by the end of next week it will be 5.5k. Any Manta considered as I love them all and I have been tempted to go and view the White Hatch on Ebay at the weekend and it is the nearest one to me. I would love a hatch because I remember my dads Exclusive hatch when he had his and I want to re live those memories again except this time in the drivers seat! In terms of project Mantas I don't have anywhere to store one so I can't take on any kind of restorations but will be able to in the future. Also the Coupe Mantas are alot more expensive now so I won't be able to afford one for several months but like I said I love all Mantas and I will consider any. But if you have my perfect Manta GT/E Hatch waiting for me then give me a shout! Cheers, Jack. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mantney Posted September 24, 2014 Share Posted September 24, 2014 (edited) Seems like a decent budget that, don't rush into anything you've waited this long it's going to be worth your while waiting a bit longer for the right car. Good luck. Edited September 24, 2014 by Mantney Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
upk Posted September 24, 2014 Share Posted September 24, 2014 Good luck with search Jack, but don't let your heart rule your head! Buy wisely and don't rush into the first one that cones up. Kev Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
andyc Posted September 24, 2014 Share Posted September 24, 2014 Hey Jack Should be able to get a good car for that money but as already mentioned buy with your head and don't be afraid to walk away. If your worried about about looking at a car then i'm sure there is someone local to you that would be happy to cast an eye over one for your. Good luck looking Andy Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
druid Posted September 24, 2014 Share Posted September 24, 2014 (edited) Hi Jack I'm sure you'll be able to get a real stonker for 5.5k! Kev gives good advice - don't rush and buy the first one you see unless its a one-owner, full main dealer service history, low mileage, original paint, always garaged, rot-free, time-warp car! Try and get it up on a ramp and have a good look at the underside. When I was looking for one I contacted the sellers and asked if they minded if we took the car to a local garage with a ramp so I could get a good look at the floor pans and chassis rails. I then rang around garages local to the seller and asked if they would let me view the car on their ramp and offered them a tenner. They almost always were only too happy to let me have 10 mins of ramp time and it might be the best tenner you ever spend if it helps you find a great car or helps you avoid a real lemon! In my opinion standard cars are best as they are easier to work on and arguably will be more valuable in future but that's not to say that I think modified cars aren't cool. Oh and even though your dad had a hatch, go for a coupe is what I say! Edited September 24, 2014 by druid 2 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Danny D114BCW Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Jack this must be great timing. Put your money where your mouth is as this has your name on it http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=251657250702 3 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
DiMarco Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Great news jack its time for you to start doing your project. I would consider getting the red A series that is for sale as the A series is the best looking manta Hotrod looking Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gtwist Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 This i200 has to be Helen's old car who lives in France been on before but obviously never sold Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted September 25, 2014 Author Share Posted September 25, 2014 Jack this must be great timing. Put your money where your mouth is as this has your name on it http://pages.ebay.com/link/?nav=item.view&alt=web&id=251657250702 Can't believe this is on Ebay again! I remember when this one was on Ebay originally but 5k is money I can just about to afford but won't have any money at all for insurance lol. What is slightly worrying is, is this i200 going to need alot of work before I can drive it? Other than that I really want to bid for it! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted September 25, 2014 Author Share Posted September 25, 2014 Hi Jack I'm sure you'll be able to get a real stonker for 5.5k! Kev gives good advice - don't rush and buy the first one you see unless its a one-owner, full main dealer service history, low mileage, original paint, always garaged, rot-free, time-warp car! Try and get it up on a ramp and have a good look at the underside. When I was looking for one I contacted the sellers and asked if they minded if we took the car to a local garage with a ramp so I could get a good look at the floor pans and chassis rails. I then rang around garages local to the seller and asked if they would let me view the car on their ramp and offered them a tenner. They almost always were only too happy to let me have 10 mins of ramp time and it might be the best tenner you ever spend if it helps you find a great car or helps you avoid a real lemon! In my opinion standard cars are best as they are easier to work on and arguably will be more valuable in future but that's not to say that I think modified cars aren't cool. Oh and even though your dad had a hatch, go for a coupe is what I say! Thanks for the tip on the garage The things about my dad owning a Hatch was all down to me in the first place lol but he isn't even interested in Mantas he just bought one because I really wanted one. The Hatch and Coupe thing are down to opinion I mean there are club members who prefer the one above all the others but i'm genuinely like that although I think it is really cool and interesting to hear the opinion of others and why that particular Manta is their favourite. About modified Mantas, they are perfect to begin with so changine anything isn't on my Manta ownership to-do list! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Autocrosser Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Can't believe this is on Ebay again! I remember when this one was on Ebay originally but 5k is money I can just about to afford but won't have any money at all for insurance lol. What is slightly worrying is, is this i200 going to need alot of work before I can drive it? Other than that I really want to bid for it! Sure it says on the listing it's ready to go 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve price Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 investment bro 5k is wat he wants 4 it,e-mailed him earlier on all mantas need work jack,im tempted myself tbh,wullie turn the clock back m8 il take yr i200 lol 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted September 25, 2014 Author Share Posted September 25, 2014 investment bro 5k is wat he wants 4 it,e-mailed him earlier on all mantas need work jack,im tempted myself tbh,wullie turn the clock back m8 il take yr i200 lol You are in a better position than me if you wanted to go for it because it would have to wait another month if I was going to get it because of the insurance. If you do buy it please take me out in it one day. :) Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SteelCityManta Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Go for it Jack! You can always pay for your insurance in installments, which based on the quote you got the other month would be something like £60 first payment. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Snowy Posted September 25, 2014 Share Posted September 25, 2014 Please go and look at it before you buy it. It is a lot of money to buy a car unseen. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
evo3000 Posted September 28, 2014 Share Posted September 28, 2014 The time has finally arrived! I have a budget of 4k now and by the end of next week it will be 5.5k. Any Manta considered as I love them all and I have been tempted to go and view the White Hatch on Ebay at the weekend and it is the nearest one to me. I would love a hatch because I remember my dads Exclusive hatch when he had his and I want to re live those memories again except this time in the drivers seat! In terms of project Mantas I don't have anywhere to store one so I can't take on any kind of restorations but will be able to in the future. Also the Coupe Mantas are alot more expensive now so I won't be able to afford one for several months but like I said I love all Mantas and I will consider any. But if you have my perfect Manta GT/E Hatch waiting for me then give me a shout! Cheers, Jack. Hi jack, its good to hear your in a position to buy a manta now,that white hatch now that he has put better pics on looks well nice ,recent restoration,mint looking interior. You may even be able to get it for the original price of £3.5k if you wave the wad of cash in the sellers face,its been for sale for sale for a while so you never know. Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted September 29, 2014 Author Share Posted September 29, 2014 Manta now found Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve price Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 jack, you must needa service and a set of tyres by now bro,lol neva been so quiet on da site bud ha ha ha 1 Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blitzi Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 ahh a take it u bought b49dux then m8 that was origionally a scottish car belonged to a guy called bruce aka goose on this site there should be a project on the forum about it bud! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve price Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 wullies a walking talkin dictionary,,,lol where is my first eva love E680WVR CARMINE RED EXC COUPE Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jack Posted September 30, 2014 Author Share Posted September 30, 2014 I have seen the project page and I only recognized his username because I have got a big history file with my Manta and he has put printouts of the club forums into the file when he was asking for parts for it. I really want to get some pictures up but it is getting really dark qiuickly and daylight won't give me a chance lol Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
steve price Posted September 30, 2014 Share Posted September 30, 2014 do it in the multi storey car park bro Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
blitzi Posted October 5, 2014 Share Posted October 5, 2014 i think u know steve untaxed from 2001 so either scrapped or being restored and been of road b4 pre sorn m8! Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bettyswallox Posted December 13, 2014 Share Posted December 13, 2014 Damn I cant believe I missed Helen's i200 . 5.5k was a bargain . blitz interior would've set you back £1200 the car was dry-stored & reguilary serviced . .... If my scheckles had turned up in time I would've swooped Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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